The Wells Fargo Championship is a PGA Tour golf tournament held annually in Charlotte, North Carolina. As one of the more popular stops on the PGA Tour, ticket prices for the Wells Fargo Championship can vary quite a bit depending on the day and type of ticket purchased.
Ticket Prices
There are a few main options when it comes to purchasing tickets to the Wells Fargo Championship:
- Single day grounds tickets – These allow access to walk around the course and visit concessions and merch areas. Prices range from $75-100 per day.
- Weekly grounds badges – These allow access all week long to the grounds. Usually run $300-400 per badge.
- Single day stadium seats – Provide a reserved seat in the main grandstands around key holes. Usually $150-300 per day.
- Weekly stadium seats – Allow access to a reserved seat all week. Typically run $1000-1500 per badge.
- Luxury suites/skyboxes – Provide premium amenities like all inclusive food/drinks, indoor lounge space and outdoor reserved seating. Around $20,000-50,000 per week.
There are also some practice round tickets available for earlier in the week at around $40-75 per day. Kids 16 and under get in free with a ticketed adult as well.
When to Buy
The Wells Fargo Championship is one of the more popular non-major PGA Tour events, so tickets can sell out for the peak days. Usually Thursday and Friday do not sell out, but Saturday and Sunday can if you wait too long. I’d recommend buying tickets 1-2 months in advance if looking for weekend tickets.
There are sometimes specials and deals offered closer to the event, especially on single day grounds tickets, so you can keep an eye out for those if you want to wait. But buying early guarantees you get tickets before they potentially sell out.
Where to Buy
There are a few main options to purchase Wells Fargo Championship tickets:
- Online via Ticketmaster – This is the official ticketing provider and has the widest selection and inventory.
- Online resellers like StubHub – Allows you to shop around and compare prices from different sellers.
- locally in Charlotte at places like grocery or golf stores – Sometimes special deals are offered closer to the event.
- At the gate – More limited options but can sometimes find single day grounds passes.
I recommend using Ticketmaster or StubHub to shop early and make sure you get access before tickets sell out. But also keep an eye out locally for any special deals.
Best Days to Attend
The most popular and highest demand days tend to be Saturday and Sunday when the tournament is winding down. Thursday and Friday can still be great days to attend though at a lower cost and with smaller crowds. Here’s a quick rundown of the best days:
- Thursday – Great day to walk around and check out the course early on. Can be a good family day.
- Friday – Cut day, so you’ll see who makes it to the weekend. Good crowds but not as busy as the weekend.
- Saturday – The most buzz and crowds. Later tee times have biggest names as leaders go off.
- Sunday – Final round! Watch the winner get crowned and celebrate.
If picking only one day, Sunday is likely the best option. But any day can be great with nice weather and getting to see PGA Tour pros up close.
Where to Sit
Some keys spots to consider if you want stadium seating:
- 18th hole – Great view of the closing hole and finish line.
- 16th hole – Picturesque par 3 over water.
- 1st & 10th tees – See the openers up close.
- 9th & 18th greens – Crossover to see finishing putts.
For grounds tickets, walking to spots like the 16th and observing from around the greens can let you see a lot without stadium seats.
FAQs
What are the 2023 dates?
The 2023 Wells Fargo Championship will be May 1-7, 2023 at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, NC.
Who are past winners?
Year | Winner | Score |
---|---|---|
2022 | Max Homa | -13 |
2021 | Rory McIlroy | -10 |
2020 | Max Homa | -15 |
What are the future venues?
The Wells Fargo Championship is scheduled to be played at Quail Hollow Club through at least 2024. No future venues have been announced yet beyond 2024.
Can I get autographs?
Yes! Autographs are a great part of attending a PGA Tour event. Some tips:
- Arrive early – Be at the gate when grounds open to see players on range.
- Holes 1 & 10 – Good spots as players start rounds.
- 18th green – After rounds many players sign before clubhouse.
- Practice areas – Near the range and putting green.
- Kids – Bring a kid for a better chance at autographs.
Just be polite when asking for autographs and understand players will not always stop. But you can often get a few signatures per day.
Conclusion
Attending the Wells Fargo Championship provides a great chance to see some of the best golfers in the world up close. While ticket prices can range depending on the type and days, there are options for different budgets. Buying early guarantees tickets before they sell out, especially on the weekend. And with careful planning on where to sit and tips for autographs, you’re sure to have an amazing time at this fantastic PGA Tour event.